several of president obama's 2012 recess appointments are being ruled "invalid." a federal appeals court unanimously ruled that the president's appointments to the national labor relations board last year were unconstitutional. senate republicans filed the case against the president, arguing that the appointments were made while the senate was in pro-forma session and not in recess. the obama administration is expected to appeal. a fresh audit of apple's supply chain reveals continuing labor problems. apple has conducted nearly 400 audits of its suppliers, including foxconn. investigations revealed cases of underage workers, discrimination and low wages. the company says it is cracking down on its most challenging labor issues. it will also investigate smaller suppliers. hostess brands are closer to finding a new home. the iconic twinkie company may dish out an agreement this week to sell its drake's cake business. flowers foods is expected to bid $390 million for wonder, butternut and other hostess bread brands, while bidders may be in the works for twinkie snack